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Police in greater Masaka are currently on a manhunt for a 36-year-old man following a disturbing incident in Kalunduka village, Kibinge sub-county. The suspect, identified as Atanansi Mayanja, stands accused of attacking and hacking his lover, Faridah Babirye Namutebi, 32, and her 14-year-old daughter, Mary Gorreth Nassuna, over allegations of unfaithfulness.
Reports indicate that the violent outburst stemmed from the couple’s recent separation due to Mayanja’s persistent jealousy and suspicions of Namutebi’s fidelity.
The strained relationship culminated in a tragic confrontation in a garden, where Mayanja unleashed a brutal attack on Namutebi and her daughter.
According to Nassuna, the daughter of Namutebi, the situation escalated when Mayanja accused Namutebi of communicating with other men on a phone he provided, leading to a destructive altercation.
The violence unfolded with Mayanja inflicting severe injuries on Namutebi before turning the machete on Nassuna when she intervened.
Call for action: Supporting victims of domestic violence
Twaha Kasirye, the Greater Masaka police spokesperson, expressed shock at the level of violence displayed in the incident. Kasirye highlighted Mayanja’s history of substance abuse, suggesting a possible link between drug influence and the extreme nature of the assault.
The community, previously unaware of the intensity of the couple’s issues, has been urged to assist in locating Mayanja for legal proceedings.
As Namutebi and Nassuna receive medical care at Masaka Regional Referral Hospital, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for heightened awareness and intervention in cases of domestic violence.
Kasirye emphasized the importance of addressing substance abuse problems within the community to prevent similar tragic incidents in the future. Residents are encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement to ensure justice is served in this distressing case.
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